BASSETT ELEMENTARY
Main Phone:
440.835.6330
Attendance:
440.835.6331
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CALENDAR
MONDAY JAN. 21
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NO SCHOOL
(MLK Jr. Day)
TUESDAY JAN. 22:
Last day to submit Young Authors' participation form
THURSDAY JAN. 24:
2:20-3:20 pm: Math Club
FRIDAY JAN. 25:
Report cards go home
JAN. 29-31:
2nd grade CogAT testing
WEDNESDAY JAN. 30:
Wacky Wednesday spirit day
7:00 pm: Elementary PTA Forum
(PAC)
THURSDAY JAN. 31:
2:20-3:20 pm: Math Club
(last day)
6:00 pm:
Screenagers
film & discussion
(PAC)
FRIDAY FEB. 1:
8:15 am: Coffee Meet-Up
(Crocker Park Starbucks)
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QUICK LINKS
Attendance & Absence:
Lunch:
PTA Positions 2019-20
Young Authors
Westlake City Schools Calendars:
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STAY CONNECTED
Bassett Remind
Facebook
Twitter
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ABOUT THE BASSETT BLAST
Our Bassett Blast reference sheet is
here.
Every week, the Bassett Blast is posted to Bassett PTA's
Bassett Blast web page
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FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Mr. Sanfilippo's Announcements
No School on Jan. 21
There is no school on
Monday, January 21
in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Outdoor Recess 
Please make sure to send your child to school prepared for outdoor recess
in the snow. In addition to a warm coat, hat, and gloves, students should wear
boots; snow pants are recommended.
Young Authors' Program 
The Young Authors' Participation & Planning Form is due by Tuesday, January 22. If your child has an interest in writing and illustrating an original book and you are able to provide the necessary support, please encourage participation in this program!
Details and the timeline are in the
Information Letter
.
If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Larcey at
larcey@wlake.org
. Thank you to our PTA for sponsoring and providing support for the Young Authors' program.
Report Cards
Your child's report card will be sent home on
Friday, January 25 in a large white envelope. Please keep the report card, but sign the envelope and return it to school next week.
Spirit Day on Jan. 30 
Bassett's Student Council is sponsoring a WACKY WEDNESDAY spirit day on
Wednesday, January 30
. Everyone is encouraged to dress wacky!
If you have questions, please contact Mrs. DeAnna at
deanna@wlake.org
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Upcoming Service Projects
Watch for information coming soon about two service projects coordinated by Student Council. From February 1-March 1, we will be collecting art supplies for Cleveland Clinic Children's Art Therapy and collecting hard candy for the troops.
Jump Rope for Heart
Bassett's annual Jump Rope for Heart event will be February 11-15 during Physical Education classes. A letter and envelope were sent home with students in grades 1-4. Additional details are here.
Kindergarten Information Night for 2019-20
Westlake City School District's Kindergarten Information Night for 2019-20 is
Wednesday, February 13 at 6:30 pm
at the Westlake Schools Performing Arts Center. Information about kindergarten and how to register will be presented. The flyer is here.
Jim Sanfilippo
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FROM THE PTA PRESIDENT
Announcements from Jenn Richards
School Board Recognition Month
January is School Board Recognition Month. Please join me in thanking President Barb Leszynski, Vice President Joe Kraft, John Finucane, Dr. Bob Stoll, and Dr. Carol Winter for their dedicated service to the Westlake City School District and our community. If you happen to see them this month, please remember to thank them in person!
Coffee Meet-Up 
Our next coffee meet-up will be
Friday, February 1 starting at 8:15 am at the Crocker Park Starbucks (near American Greetings). It is a great time to catch up, meet new people and ask any questions you may have about PTA or the new school next year. Hope to see you there!
Marcos Pizza Night
Our next Marco's Pizza Night is scheduled for
Thursday, February 7
. A flyer will be sent home that provides ordering instructions.
Did you know any day could be a Marco's pizza day? When you order online or by phone, mention Bassett and we earn pizza points all year long!
PTA Positions for 2019-20
Our Nominating Committees will be meeting this week to begin their work filling the PTA slates for the 2019-2020 school year! It is not too late to share your talents and interests.
Additional information is below for the new elementary school PTA as well as for Dover Intermediate School PTA. Participating in PTA is a great way to be involved in our district and schools and also a great way to meet other parents.
I hope you have a great week! Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.
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PTA POSITIONS FOR 2019-20
Westlake Elementary School PTA
The Nominating Committee is looking for volunteers for next year's elementary PTA!
Please let us know which positions or committees you are interested in.
- PTA Volunteer form - Please submit this form letting us know your interests by Friday, January 25.
Questions
If you have questions, please contact Jessica Kim, 1st VP of Westlake Council of PTAs, who is chairing the Nominating Committee at
jessicastraka@aol.com.
You can also reach out to Mary Macias, who is Bassett PTA's 1st VP and one of our Transition Team chairs, at
maryomacias@gmail.com.
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ATTENTION 4TH GRADE PARENTS
DIS PTA Positions for 2019-20
Can you believe that next school year you will have a child at Dover Intermediate School?! It is time to find awesome people to take on roles with DIS PTA for 2019-2020.
- Nomination form and description of roles - Please refer to this form for information and to indicate your interests. Please submit this form by Wednesday, January 23. All nominations will be taken into consideration.
Being part of the PTA is an excellent way to be involved at DIS. We'd love for you to share your talents with us!
If you have questions, please contact
Ginny Krouse,
1st VP of DIS PTA at
ginnykrouse@gmail.com
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SCREENAGERS
Jan. 31, 6:00 pm
Westlake Council of PTAs is proud to present Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age
on Thursday, January 31 at 6:00 pm at the Westlake Schools Performing Arts Center.
Screenagers
is a documentary film by Delaney Ruston that addresses struggles over social media, video games, and internet addiction. The film empowers kids to best navigate the digital world and provides parental r
esources to help them do it.
After the film, there will be a question & answer session facilitated by counselors.
Register for this event here.
Tickets are $3.
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This event is open to
all parents in our community. Students ages 10 and up are encouraged to attend with a parent.
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FOUNDERS' DAY 
Dinner is Feb. 21
Thank you everyone who submitted Founders' Day award nominations!
All parents and staff are cordially invited to the
Founders' Day Dinner on
Thursday, February 21
at
Wagner's of Westlake
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Social Hour: 6:00 pm; Dinner: 7:00 pm; Awards Pres
entation: 8:00 pm. We would love to see you there!
Please submit your RSVP
here
and remit payment by Monday, February 11.
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At this special evening presented by Westlake Council of PTA
s, this year's Founders' Day awards will be presented, including the Ohio PTA Achievement Awards (a recipient for each Westlake PTA unit), the Helping Hands Award, and the Outstanding District Educator Award.
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ELEMENTARY PTA FORUMS
Save the dates!
Join the Elementary PTA Transition Team to learn about plans for the new elementary PTA, ask questions, and provide input. School administration will join to provide updates on the new school too!
| January 30, 7:00 pm: |
Westlake Schools Performing Arts Center (PAC) |
| February 20, 7:00 pm: |
Westlake Schools Performing Arts Center (PAC)
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| March 27, 7:00 pm: |
Parkside Auditorium |
| April 16, 7:00 pm: |
Westlake Schools Performing Arts Center (PAC)
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Please mark your calendars and
submit your questions here
in advance of each meeting.
In April, current elementary and early childhood PTA members will be invited to vote on next year's bylaws, standing rules and officer slate. Looking forward to seeing you each month!
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GREEN & WHITE REVUE
Talent Show for PreK-Grade 12
Westlake High School PTSA proudly presents the 34th Annual Green & White Revue talent show on March 1 and 2 at 7:00 pm at the Westlake Schools Performing Arts Center.
The Green & White Revue provides an opportunity for students throughout the Westlake City School District to showcase their many talents for the community!
Sign up for auditions!
Auditions will be held
February 5, 6, and 7 from 6:00-9:00 pm in the multipurpose room at the PAC. Request an audition via the
website.
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WESTLAKE MUSIC BOOSTERS
Westlake
Music Boosters supports Westlake Schools music programs and teachers from pre-K through 12th grade.
Visit the
Music Boosters website
for more information.
The next meeting is Wednesday, February 6 at 7:00 pm in the Westlake High School library.
Become a member
Concerts on YouTube Channel
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Project Link Enrichment Activities:
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